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Understanding Neurodiversity and Neurodivergence

Neurodiversity and neurodivergence are terms that are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings....

Understanding Neurodiversity and Intellectual Disability

Neurodiversity is a concept that recognizes and celebrates the diversity of human brains and minds. It is not the same as ...

Is neurodivergent legitimate?

Not everyone with a medical diagnosis such as autism or ADHD self-identifies as neurodivergent. The neurodiversity...

Understanding Neurodiversity: Does ADHD Fall Under It?

Neurodiversity is a term used to describe the natural variations in the way our brains think, feel and learn. It is a...

Is neurodivergent acceptable?

There is no such thing as a “neurodiverse individual”. The correct term is “neurodivergent individual”.

What does it mean to not be neurotypical?

It's not specific to any particular group, including autism spectrum disorder. In other words, it's not used to describe...

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Understanding Neurodiversity and Neurodivergence

Understanding Neurodiversity and Neurodivergence

Neurodiversity and neurodivergence are terms that are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings....

Understanding Neurodiversity: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding Neurodiversity: A Comprehensive Guide

Neurodiversity is the concept that it's normal and acceptable for people to have brains that work differently from one...

Is anxiety considered neurodiverse?

Is anxiety considered neurodiverse?

Social anxiety is not usually considered a neurodivergent condition. In fact, neurodivergence refers to the concept that...

What are the benefits of neurodiversity for society as a whole?

What are the benefits of neurodiversity for society as a whole?

Benefits of neurodiversity for our society Employers are discovering that neurodiverse people have unique abilities to...

Is ADHD a Neurotypical Condition?

Is ADHD a Neurotypical Condition?

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition, meaning that its symptoms and associated behaviors and traits are the result of a ...

What is a neurodivergence that isn't autism?

What is a neurodivergence that isn't autism?

Other types of neurodivergence include Tourette syndrome, dyspraxia, synesthesia, dyscalculia, Down syndrome, epilepsy,...